ICD-10 Code M00.852 – Arthritis due to other bacteria, left hip (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M00.852 – Arthritis due to other bacteria, left hip
What it is
This code identifies a bacterial infection causing arthritis in the left hip joint. Use it when the record specifies another bacterial cause, not a more specific organism code.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include acute hip pain, swelling, warmth, reduced range of motion, and difficulty bearing weight. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the organism and joint involvement.
When to use this code
Use M00.852 when documentation states septic or infectious arthritis of the left hip due to other bacteria and the organism is named or implied as “other bacteria.” Confirm laterality and that the left hip is the affected joint. If the note identifies a different site or a more specific bacterial cause, code that instead.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for noninfectious arthritis, such as osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. It is also wrong when the record does not support bacterial infection or when laterality is not the left hip.
Coding tip
Check documentation for the exact joint, laterality, and organism wording before assigning M00.852.